National Security Policy (NSP) 2023-2028

The National Security Policy (NSP) 2023-2028 is the Philippines’ third national security policy
document. It was crafted in response to modern-day challenges confronting the nation in a
rapidly changing and increasingly uncertain world. It contains the guiding principles and interests,
as well as a set of clearly defined and articulated goals aimed at protecting and promoting
national security. Set for a timeframe of five years, from 2023-2028, the new NSP identifies policy
objectives and priority areas where the state should devote its finite resources and leverage its
key strengths in order to optimize outcomes.

The goals set forth in the NSP 2023-2028 are anchored on a comprehensive national security
framework and the enduring values that have enabled Filipinos through the centuries to cope and
thrive. The new NSP seeks to improve national security governance aimed at effectively addressing
security threats while at the same time providing the enabling environment for sustainable and
inclusive economic and human development. Berthed on a vision of a free, resilient, peaceful, and
prosperous Philippines, the new NSP complements the medium-term Philippine Development Plan
2023-2028 as well as contributes to the realization of the long-term national dream of a “Matatag,
Maginhawa at Panatag na Buhay” by the year 2040.